South Korea can exceed its 2035 emission targets with stronger policy package, research says

Published 03:51 on March 23, 2026 / Last updated at 03:51 on March 23, 2026 / / Asia Pacific (Asia), Net Zero Transition (Industrial Decarbonisation, Power/Electrification)

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South Korea is considered capable of largely exceeding its 2035 climate target through the adoption of more ambitious policies, including an accelerated coal phase-out and rapid deployment of wind power, according to a new paper.
South Korea is considered capable of largely exceeding its 2035 climate target through the adoption of more ambitious policies, including an accelerated coal phase-out and rapid deployment of wind power, according to a new paper.


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